Day 97 - November 24: Cranioplasty: Neuro ICU

Dad's in a room in the ICU for now for the team to keep a close eye on him post op but will probably move him tomorrow. The nurses say he's doing and looking great! Mom and I have been able to see him. ❤️ He has a bad headache but they're working on managing his pain. ❤️

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